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This article from Vanity Fair explores the efforts made by the US government to secure the release of American hostages held in Venezuela. The negotiations were complex and involved discussions about sanctions relief, oil production, and political agreements. Eventually, a deal was reached, but the release of the hostages did not happen as planned, leading to further negotiations and a tense exchange. The article emphasizes the emotional toll and challenges faced by the US officials involved in the negotiations. [Extracted from the article]